RELIGION IN GHANA Christianity, Islam and Traditional are the three major religious groups in Ghana. Though there are others, these three groups play a prominent and significant role in the holistic life of Ghanaians from political, economical, educational, religious and family. Christian Religion The Christian religion is known to be the largest of…
FUNERALS IN GHANA Funerals in Ghana are not just an occasion to mourn but also an opportunity to celebrate the life and pay respect to the departed soul. Ghanaian funerals these days are very elaborate and it is very common with families spending lots of money on funerals than on weddings. Funerals are now…
BIRTH IN GHANA – HOW TO NAME A CHILD Birthing a child in Ghana is widely seen as a joyous occasion for parent, extended family, friends and society. Children in Ghanaian society represent fertility, wealth, status and continuity of family lineage. Outdooring and naming ceremony Naming a child is a significant part in…
MARRIAGE IN GHANA Every country has its own different types of marriages that are legally acceptable. In Ghana, marriage is not just a moral and legal union between a man and a woman to live together as partners, but also a union between families. The marriage can either be monogamous or polygamous depending on…